empire dress long sleeve Ever-Pretty Chiffon Waist Maxi Formal with Pleated Detailing Elevate your eveningwear with our mesmerizing Plus Size Long Sleeve Dress Bateau Long Sleeves Empire Waist

An elegant light-coloured coat (seen here at Saint Laurent) elevates a plain dress

The sheer number of dress styles available todayfrom figure-flattering shifts to flowy maxisdemonstrates just how versatile this wardrobe staple really is

The trick here is balancechoose lightweight fabrics and clean cuts so it looks intentional and chic, not boxy

Ultimately, opt for accessories that reflect your personal style and make you feel beautiful on your special day

Each year has been different than the last, from 2018s all-black movement in support of #MeToo and the Times Up initiative, to 2021s bold colors and patterns (which were needed to stand out on Zoom during the half-remote broadcast), to last years ceremony, where Greta Lee and Ayo Edebiri cemented their spots as sartorial forces to be reckoned with